Nairobi Arboretum, Nairobi

Founded in 1907 as a plantation for new forestry trees, Nairobi Arboretum was specifically created to help find high-caloric firewood to fuel the Kenya-Uganda Railway. The popular recreational area was designated as a national reserve in 1932 after coal and diesel became the prominent fuels. Quick-growing exotic softwoods were planted across the present-day 30 hectares (74 acres) and park benches and paved walkways were added later. Stroll through the forests and look for more than 350 species of exotic and indigenous plants, vervet and Sykes monkeys, and over 100 species of birds. The park also has restrooms and trash bins. Put Nairobi Arboretum on your schedule, and learn what else deserves a visit by using our Nairobi day trip site .

The Arboretum has picked itself up greatly in the last decade. The crime has been radically reduced. This Historic collection of rare and beautiful trees is seeing a come back. If you have an afternoo...
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By Desperate OOn January 16, 2018

The arboretum is maybe the only place with the Karoura forest where you can really immerse yourself in a natural environment. Its quietness, its lush vegetation and its interesting biodiversity make i...
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By Eunny SOn January 8, 2018

A great place to visit for picnic, photo-shoot, team building among other activities. We held a friend's birthday party here and it was the best. Alot of space to play and charges are very fair.
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It's one of Nairobi's green spaces. The place is very ideal for family get aways and picnics. Often used for wedding receptions, music concerts and plenty of other events. There's a good open area. I can definitely recommend it to anyone wishing to connect with nature as there are good nature trails perfect for walks. Enthusiasts on forestry stuff might also find it interesting as there are some very old trees here. It can be accessed from State House Rd.

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By Emanuel ChesireOn January 14, 2018

Nice place for jogging and taking a leisure walk there is a charge of 50 Bob that can only be paid by MPesa no cash accepted so if you plan to visit go with your phone. Toilets are horrible hopefully with the charge introduced they will improve, but plan your visit to exclude use of this basic amenity for now.

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By Victor MainaOn January 2, 2018

One of the few green and tranquil spaces within the inner city dwellings. It's well kept and has beautiful mature trees dotted all over. Great for a picnic or a walk. There is a designated area where one can lease out for events such as weddings.

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By Mwende KimathiOn January 3, 2018

Clean air.
Huge space.
A very good picnic an exercise site.
Downside is you have to pay 50 Ksh to get in. And there are a lot of monkeys and hawks so you must be on the lookout for your food

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By everline silahOn January 1, 2018

The atmosphere is conducive for some quality time to spend alone or with friends. I completely loved the place. Thumbs up!

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